Sao Paulo is Brazil’s financial and cultural center and the third largest city in South America. The charm of the city rests in its people and their culture. The famous Brazilian nightlife can be best experienced in Vila Olimpia and in the downtown areas of Pinheiros and Vila Madalena, all of which offer live music and dozens of dance clubs open until the wee hours of the morning.
Sao Paulo’s Highlights:
Festivals: Sao Paulo is the “land of celebration” with dozens of festivals every year, including the Sao Paulo Art Biennial, Sao Paulo’s Fashion week, and the International Film festival.
Museum of Art: Lina Bo Bardidesigned the architecture of Sao Paulo’s Museum of Art in 1968. It is a breathtaking mixture of concrete and glass construction. Recognized globally for its collection of Western Art, the museum offers Brazilian, African and Asian art as well, displaying over 8000 pieces in all.
Ibirapuera Park: Ibirapuera Park is to Sao Paulo what Central Park is to New York City. The park covers almost 2 square kilometers (0.77 sq mi) and admission is free to the many attractions, including a Folklore Museum and Air Force Museum.
Bom Retiro and Luz: A historic district in SaoPaulo, this area is rich in architecture and art. The Estacao da Luzis a great starting point for your tour. Points of interest include The Museum of the Portuguese Language and the Jardim da luz, originally a botanical garden.
Sao Paulo Cathedral: The history of the Sao Paulo Cathedral dates back to 1589. It was originally the town’s “main” church and was built on the site of the current cathedral.After a long period of neglecting it underwent a complete renovation early in the 21st century. It was built with over 800 tons of marble, as well as local produce, such as coffee branches and pineapple and has a capacity of 8000 people.
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